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Pirelli bringing softs & hards to Spain

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  1. Fast_ian

    Fast_ian Two Time F1 World Champ

    Sep 25, 2006
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    Ian Anderson
    Hey,

    For the first time this season there's a two step gap in the compounds for Spain.

    Given the heavy influence the rubber has had on everyone's performance so far this could really shake things up. Seems that some of 'em prefer the softer compound and others the reverse. Could be anything from a one thru four stopper.

    Hembery is saying it'll keep them on their toes...... Which is probably a good thing (?)

    Cheers,
    Ian
    http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/99433
     
  2. Ferraripilot

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    John!

    This also means the car setups are going to be different in order to find a compromise between both compounds. The plot thickens........
     
  3. VIZSLA

    VIZSLA Four Time F1 World Champ
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    Oh goody.
    More gimmicks.

    ;)
     
  4. Remy Zero

    Remy Zero Two Time F1 World Champ

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    Gonna be interesting, especially with a circuit that demands high traction and high speed corners..
     
  5. Fast_ian

    Fast_ian Two Time F1 World Champ

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    :)

    It's "strategy", not "gimmicks" ;)

    As long as they don't all go into the ridiculous "tire saving mode" in Q3 I think it's a great thing - Challenge these guys and let 'em figure it out......

    Tires too hot/cold? Your problem - The next guys down the pit lane are doing a better job etc etc. Same for everyone.

    Cheers,
    Ian
     
  6. VIZSLA

    VIZSLA Four Time F1 World Champ
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    You say potatoe I say potato.
    A horse by any other name wouldn't smell as sweet.

    Metaphores twisted while U wait :)
     
  7. TifosiUSA

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    +1

    The lame Q3 thanks to everyone saving tires is what I hate the most. It's ruining what used to make quali exciting...
     
  8. Remy Zero

    Remy Zero Two Time F1 World Champ

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    +1

    They seem to be 'saving tyres' for everything these days..
     

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